New research by UB’s Research Institute on Addictions has identified a key mechanism in how aerobic exercise can help impact the brain in ways that may support treatment — and even prevention ...

WESTWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Research out of UCLA is showing that regular exercise may help beat addiction to methamphetamine. Researchers who studied heavy meth users found that at least three ...

Instead of posting images showing weight loss or improved muscle definition, Erin shared an image of herself from June 2016, when she says she was addicted to exercise, alongside a photograph of what ...

Physical exercise is one of the main recommendations for maintaining good health. However, when practiced compulsively and without control, it can become a problem: exercise addiction. An ...

An international study led by UMH and ISABIAL identifies perfectionism and participation in competitive sports as key factors associated with an increased risk of exercise dependence among young ...

The health benefits of exercise are well known: it helps you sleep better, improves mood and anxiety, it helps with your metabolism, and (my favorite benefit) it can be really fun. I started ...

As good as exercise is for you—and it’s very good for most people—too much of good thing can have negative consequences. Exercise puts physical stress on all your body parts and can ultimately lead to ...

While consistent, moderate exercise improves physical and mental health, excessive exercise can be harmful. People with a predisposition toward certain anxiety disorders may develop exercise addiction ...